Homemade South Indian Snacks
I make South Indian snacks at home in small batches using family recipes, with no preservatives or artificial colors, and pack every order myself.
Pricing Guide
Signature Murukku & Rice Crackers
Core Selection
- Varieties: Choice of Original Murukku (Butter/Rice flour), Garlic Murukku (Spiced), Ribbon Murukku (Flat strips), Ompudi (Sev texture), or Rice Thattai (Lentil discs).
- Dietary: 100% Vegetarian. Naturally Gluten-Free (Rice/Besan base).
Quality & Texture
- Oil Standards: Small-batch production using fresh Sunflower oil only. No reused oil or rancid aftertaste.
- Texture: Engineered for a crisp snap that is not rock-hard.
- Ingredients: Natural flavor from Hing (Asafoetida), Jeera, and fresh Garlic paste. No artificial enhancers.
Specialty Mixtures & Banana Chips
The Blends
- Mixture Types: Options include Corn Mixture (Cornflakes base), Poha Mixture (Flattened rice with raisins), Khara Kadalepori (Spiced puffed rice), or Masala Avarebele (Seasonal Hyacinth beans).
- Premium Inclusions: Higher ratio of roasted peanuts and cashews compared to commercial brands.
- Banana Chips: Sliced thin, fried in fresh oil, and salted.
Preparation
- Seasoning: Tossed hot in signature homemade spice powders (Red chili, turmeric, salt).
- Aromatics: Generously garnished with fried fresh curry leaves and Hing for authentic aroma.
Roasted Makhana & Flavoured Nuts
Snack Options
- Roasted Makhana: Fox Nuts (Lotus seeds) roasted until crunchy. High protein, low fat profile.
- Gourmet Peanuts: Large grade nuts (no shriveled pieces). Available in Pudhina Lime (Mint/Lemon) or Hing Jeera (Asafoetida/Cumin).
Roasting Technique
- Process: Slow-roasted to ensure deep crunch without burning. Not deep-fried.
- Flavoring: Natural spice coating that sticks evenly to the nuts without excessive gum or oil.
Jaggery Peanut Chikki
Ingredients
- Peanuts: High-quality roasted nuts with skins removed for a smooth mouthfeel.
- Sweetener: Pure organic Jaggery (Gur). No liquid glucose or corn syrup used.
Finish & Texture
- The Snap: Cooked to the hard-crack stage; snaps cleanly and does not stick to teeth.
- Presentation: Glossy amber finish, cut into uniform bite-sized squares.
About Homemade South Indian Snacks
What I Bring to the Table
Snacks from my kitchen are straight from my family's recipes - nothing fancy, just real food made with old-school love. If you know me, you know I don't add anything weird. All my snacks are preservative-free, no fake colors, no shortcuts. Just me in my Bangalore kitchen, mixing, frying, and packing every order myself.
The Snack Spread
- Murukku is my go-to. I make it classic, with garlic, ribbon style, and ompudi for ajwain lovers.
- My Bangalore style mixture comes in flavors like corn, poha with dry fruits, and the usual crunchy stuff - perfect if you can't pick one snack.
- I also make spicy kodbale and crispy chekkalu, which are festival staples down South.
- Health nuts? I roast peanuts and makhana, so you can munch guilt-free.
- For those with a sweet tooth, my peanut chikki made with jaggery hits just right - not too heavy, not too sticky.
For Every Mood & Moment
Whether it's evening choti-si-bhookh (small hunger), chai time, coffee break, or when guests drop in, there's something here. People order for movie nights, drinks, and big festivals like Diwali and Ugadi. I even make custom hampers for weddings and gifting - you just have to ask.
How I Do It
I only make small batches so everything stays fresh and crunchy. The snacks get packed with care and shipped across Bangalore and India. No mass production, just my way - simple, homely, and honest.
Meet your Expert
Shanti's Kitchen
10 connects in last 3 months
My Story
Hi, I'm Shanti. Kitchen is my happy place, always buzzing with smells and sounds. My snacks and podis? Old family secrets, learnt from Amma and Paati (grandma). My daughter kept saying, 'Mum, people need to taste this!' So, here I am, sharing my homemade magic. Each crispy murukku and spicy podi is made with pure ingredients, no shortcuts, no preservatives. Hope you feel the warmth in every bite.
My Work
Authentic South Indian Snacks & Chutneys - We make homemade murukku varieties, podis, mixtures, traditional chutneys, and more, all from family recipes.
Preservative-Free, Fresh Ingredients - Everything’s made with fresh stuff, no chemicals or fake colours. Just pure, guilt-free snacks.
Perfect for Every Mood - Snacks for chai time, movie nights, or just small hunger pangs. Even with wine, why not!
Festival Gift Hampers - We put together homemade hampers for festivals, weddings, and special occasions. Real food, real love.
